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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,815

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,979

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,356

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,370

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620152015
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,065 $29,995 $38,495
Base Invoice $21,797 $28,232 $36,355
Satellite radio 325    
Sunroof 800    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165
Cargo net   55 55
Universal garage door opener   85 85
Bodyside moldings   230 230
Remote start   469  
Satellite radio 270    
Sunroof 664    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107
Cargo net   36 36
Universal garage door opener   56 56
Bodyside moldings   149 149
Remote start   351  
Options (change) 1,125 1,004 535
Options (change) 934 699 348
Destination 625 795 795
Total Price $24,815 $31,794 $39,825
Total Invoice $23,356 $29,726 $37,498

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,854
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,448
Model Year200620152015
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp V6268hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT4M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$24,815$31,794$39,825
Adjustments for Features0-3,125-4,500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,815$28,669$35,325
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,656
Total Invoice$23,356$29,726$37,498
Adjustments for Features0-2,922-4,237
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,356$26,804$33,261
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,457

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year200620152015
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Remote start$150$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Front splitter spoiler $200$200
Hood scoop $100$100
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler  $500
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
HD radio $50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75$75
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,125$5,250$6,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,125$4,500
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,922-4,237

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20062015
ModelMalibuWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in104.3 in
Length188.3 in180.9 in
Width69.9 in70.7 in
Height57.5 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.3,268 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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